Animal Hoarding: Glendale vs Phoenix
How do animal hoarding rules compare between Glendale, AZ and Phoenix, AZ?
Phoenix has fewer restrictions than Glendale.
Glendale, AZ
Maricopa County
Glendale City Code Ch. 6 caps residential dogs/cats; hoarding prosecuted under AZ §13-2910. MCACC + Glendale PD co-investigate. Kennel permit required above household limit.
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Maricopa County
Animal hoarding in Phoenix is addressed through the city code animal keeping limits and Maricopa County Animal Care & Control. Criminal cruelty under ARS 13-2910.
View full Phoenix rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Glendale | Phoenix |
|---|---|---|
| Residential cap | ~4 dogs/cats | - |
| Statute | AZ §13-2910 | - |
| Forfeiture | §13-2910.07 | - |
| Misdemeanor | $2,500 + jail/animal | - |
| Report to | MCACC 602-506-7387 | - |
| Code | - | Chapter 8 |
| MCACC | - | (602) 506-7387 |
| Cruelty | - | ARS 13-2910 |
| PD Animal Unit | - | Phoenix PD |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Glendale FAQ
How do I report animal hoarding in Glendale?
Call Maricopa County Animal Care & Control at 602-506-7387 for welfare check, or Glendale PD non-emergency 623-930-3000 for active cruelty cases.
Can Glendale seize animals from a hoarder?
Yes. Under AZ §13-2910.07, seized animals are forfeited if the owner cannot post boarding bond within 30 days. MCACC then places them for adoption or rescue.
Phoenix FAQ
How many pets?
Per Chapter 8. Dogs limited to 4 in most zones without a kennel permit.
How to report?
MCACC at (602) 506-7387.
Penalties?
Code fines plus ARS 13-2910 criminal charges.
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